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off-the-rack

adjective

Definition of off-the-rack

: ready-made 1
  • off-the-rack suits

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First Known Use of off-the-rack

1964

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off-the-rack Synonyms

Synonyms

bought, mass-produced, off-the-shelf, ready-made, store, store-bought;

Antonyms

bespoke (also bespoken), custom, customized, custom-made, tailored, tailor-made;

Near Antonyms

handcrafted, handmade, homemade;

Related Words

ready-to-wear;

prefabricated;

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